Standardization of the PCR technique for the detection of delta toxin in Staphylococcus spp.

Coagulase-negative staphylococci (CNS), components of the normal flora of neonates, have emerged as important opportunistic pathogens of nosocomial infections that occur in neonatal intensive care units. Some authors have reported the ability of some CNS strains, particularly Staphylococcus epidermi...

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Main Authors: C. Marconi, M. L. R. S. Cunha, J. P. Araújo Jr, L. M. S. S. Rugolo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SciELO 2005-06-01
Series:Journal of Venomous Animals and Toxins including Tropical Diseases
Subjects:
PCR
Online Access:http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S1678-91992005000200004